Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Rural Retreat, VA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
(12)
Kaitlyn Short
Weichert Realtors - Short Way Real Estate
3 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 1.6%
in Rural Retreat, VA
$14.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $1M
Price Range
Top Agent$58.3M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$167.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $890K
Price Range
602
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$13.8M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $470K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Samantha Clark
Gravity Real Estate Group, Inc.
7 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
$27.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $850K
Price Range
92
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top 2%
in Rural Retreat, VA
13
Sold in Rural Retreat, VA
2002
Year Licensed
Top 2.4%
in Rural Retreat, VA
8
Sold in Rural Retreat, VA
2005
Year Licensed
Top 2.8%
in Rural Retreat, VA
4
Sold in Rural Retreat, VA
2018
Year Licensed
Rural retreat Housing Market Trends
Homes in Rural retreat take a median 28 days to sell, go for 96.44% of asking, prices are up 52.4% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
8.8 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$349,833
median sale price
How fast they sell
28 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
8.8 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Rural Retreat.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Rural Retreat agents whose results fit it.
Rural Retreat agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 24 days, the Rural Retreat market in 28
median sale price in Rural Retreat
Do Top Rural Retreat Agents Sell Faster?
The 5 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Rural Retreat sell in a median of 24 days, compared with the Rural Retreat market median of 28 days on market.
About 4 days faster (14% quicker than the Rural Retreat market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Rural Retreat agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Rural Retreat market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Rural Retreat?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Rural Retreat sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in August. To hit that window, plan to list around July.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
August
Best month to sell
36 days
Typical time on market
104.4%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Rural Retreat, VA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
How We Rank Rural Retreat Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Rural Retreat market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
250
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: September 2026
Rural Retreat Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Rural Retreat real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Rural Retreat?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Rural Retreat area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Rural Retreat market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Rural Retreat mean for sellers?
Rural Retreat's median sale price is $349,833 as of September 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Rural Retreat realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Rural Retreat agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Rural Retreat neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Rural Retreat realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Rural Retreat in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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